Philly Great Bubba John Stevens Dies
Bubba John Stevens (John Laboranti) who was on the air in Philadelphia for over 45 years has died. Stevens worked for WMGK and WMMR, retiring from WMGK in November of 2013. He was 66 when he passed and battling cancer.
Berry, KTRH Extend Agreement
Houston’s KTRH AM 740 has signed a new four-year agreement with on-air host Michael Berry. He will continue with The Michael Berry Show through 2023.
Dunn Back In Hampton Roads
Jimmy Ray Dunn is back on WGH-FM, Norfolk, Virginia. Dunn was morning co-host on "The Eagle" for 20 years, left for other pursuits for seven years, and has returned to host afternoons.
iHeart Appoints Two Sales Execs in New York
iHeartMedia has appointed two new sales executives at its New York stations WWPR (105.1 FM) and WWRL (1600 AM). Victor Giacomelli has been named Vice President of Sales at the stations, while Travia Charmont has been appointed Sales Manager.
Estrella Hires León As EVP Of Programming
Spanish-language media company Estrella Media has appointed veteran Eddie León as Executive VP of Radio Programming. León will oversee programming at Estrella Media’s 17 radio stations and the Don Cheto Radio Network.
Rotella Retires From New Jersey Broadcasters Association
After 14 years of service, Paul Rotella informed the New Jersey Broadcasters Association that he was retiring from his position to "entertain new opportunities in communications and media."
Former Christian Host Pleads Guilty
52-year old Philip Smith, once a DJ on Christian radio WJTL in Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in court Monday to several counts of sexual offenses against a 15-year old girl between 2013 and 2017.
DJ Prostyle Taking Over Weeknights On NYC’s KTU
iHeartMedia NYC's 103.5 KTU is adding DJ Prostyle and The Pro Show to its weeknight lineup starting November 13. The Queens native is no stranger to New York radio, holding down Saturday nights at Power 105.1 (WWPR).
Osgood Radio Show Continues
Even though Charles Osgood announced he was retiring from his Sunday Morning TV program after 22 years, he will continue to be heard on the radio. The Osgood File continues as always, four times a day, five days a week, on news, talk, and information stations nationwide.
Bob & Sheri Find New Charlotte Home
Beasley Media Group picks up the long-running morning team. Bob & Sheri, who are based out of Charlotte, will be heard on WKQC-FM starting Monday, May 17th.
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